Closing The Gap
First thing’s first: Welcome to the first summer posting for “View From The Sidelines”! After another extended hiatus, the blog (and it’s writer…*lol* ) are back up to speed and…
There’s No Crying in Marching Band…
Alright… I’ve got a question. When did simple physical training become taboo among bandsmen? Maybe it’s just me, but more and more young folks that come to participate in the…
Losing One Of Our Own (VFTS April 2003)
During the course of my workday, I encounter a lot of news from many sources. Some of the news is good; much of it is bad. A little more than…
Legends Of The Fall (VFTS, October 2003)
October signifies a lot of things to many people. It represents the official start of the fall. Football season (both Pro and College), is in full swing. Baseball sets about…
Showtime And The World Wide Web (VFTS-June 2003)
Increased T.V. coverage, movie deals, and overall great press has been a blessing that all HBCU band programs have had the good fortune in reveling in over the past year…